DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
APPLICATION
:
Applications must be submitted on form Z83 and should be
accompanied by certified copies of qualifications as well as a
comprehensive CV in order to be considered, to the Deputy
Director-General: Oceans and Coasts, Department of
Environmental Affairs, PO Box 52126, V&A Waterfront
8002 or 2 East Pier Building, East Pier Road, Victoria and
Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001. The National
Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity,
affirmative action employer. It is the applicant’s responsibility
to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will be limited
to successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted
within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement,
please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
FOR ATTENTION
:
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
CENTRE
:
CAPE TOWN
CLOSING DATE
:
03 December 2012
POST
:
ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A: LAND
SOURCES OF MARINE POLLUTION (OC 15/2012)
SALARY
:
R 169 704 – R 188 340 p.a.
BASED
REQUIREMENTS
:
A recognised qualification in the oceanographic, natural
sciences, environmental management sciences. Relevant
technical knowledge and experience in the field of marine
pollution, coastal management, waste management or water
quality management. The position requires a good
understanding and application of environmental legislation,
policies and procedures pertaining to pollution and coastal
management in South Africa, as well as the ability to analyse
and interpret scientific data. Excellent communication, writing
and presentation skills are essential. The candidate must
have a valid driver’s license (Code B) and be willing to travel
extensively.
DUTIES
:
Support implementation of the National Programme of Action
on land-based activities; Assist in the development and
implementation of a system for issuing coastal water
discharge permits under the Integrated Coastal Management
Act (2008); Support the development of innovative strategies
and/or programmes to improve coastal water quality
management, including compliance monitoring; Support the
development, implementation and promotion of water quality
guidelines and/or standards applicable to various uses of
coastal water; Provide advice on marine pollution issues in
technical reports and throughout EIA processes, as delegated
and requested by management.
ENQUIRIES
:
POST
:
SALARY
:
Tel: (021) 819 2450
ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A: INFO,
PERMITTING & COMPLIANCE: COASTAL
CONSERVATION STRATEGIES (OC 17/2012)
:
REQUIREMENTS
Ms. N. Baijnath-Pillay
R 169 704 – R 188 340 p.a.
A recognised 3 year degree/diploma or equivalent qualification
in Natural Science/Environmental Management, with relevant
experience. Knowledge of the functioning of coastal
ecosystems, and that of institutional arrangements and legal
regime pertaining to coastal management. Knowledge of
environmental law. The ability to interpret and apply
environmental/coastal legislative framework. Possession of
good communication (both verbal and written), interpersonal,
project management, conflict management, financial
management, and negotiation skills.
Knowledge of coastal management processes and principles;
and related practical experience will be an added advantage.
DUTIES
ENQUIRIES
:
Evaluate applications to the Deputy Director-General for
permits for the use of vehicles in the Coastal Zone in terms of
Off Road Vehicle (ORV) regulations (Government Notice R.
1426) of National Environmental Management Act 18 of 1998.
Evaluate applications submitted to the Minister for exemption
from certain requirements. Advise the Chief Directorate on
appropriate amendments to the ORV regulations in order to
improve their effectiveness. Manage database of all ORV
applications received and all documents regarding
transgressions in the Coastal Zone. Liaise with other
government departments and stakeholders in the
management of Coastal Zone. In collaboration with the
supervisor, plan and manage the allocated budget and
associated administration of approved projects.
:
Mr L.S Mudau (Tel: 021 819 2499)
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of
a person for employment. Senior Management candidates to be subjected to competency assessment,
signing of an employment contract and performance agreement.